Mission and Vision

Mission

To raise social workers who are well-equipped and innovative, committed to ethical values, while taking into account social welfare and justice,
To ensure that individuals and societies use their knowledge and skills effectively to contribute to their empowerment,
To develop theoretical and practical knowledge by following current developments in the field of social work,
To contribute to social work knowledge through research and projects,
To raise individuals who act with a sense of social responsibility, respect ethical values and are sensitive to human rights.

Vision

To be one of the leading social work educational institutions in our region and our country,
To raise graduates who are known and preferred for their knowledge and skills in the field of social work,
To contribute to social work knowledge through scientific research and projects,
To keep up with developments in the field of social work by establishing national and international collaborations and partnerships,
To raise innovative and leading social workers who contribute to social change and development.

Our Values

Devotion to ethical and human values,
Scientificity and research,
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills,
Openness to communication and cooperation,
A sense of social responsibility,
A desire for continuous learning and development,
A fair and egalitarian understanding of society.

In line with this mission and vision, the Department of Social Services and Counseling aims to train experts who make a difference in the field of social services and contribute to the development of society.